Wesley Ira Taylor a.k.a Sonny Taylor was born on May 15, 1948 at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. Wesley was the oldest of 7 children, Shirley Slater, Golden Taylor Jr., Betty Taylor; Tina (Minnie) Taylor who wereborn to Golden Taylor and Ruby Meadows. Followed by Henry Prescott and Lindsey Prescott who were born to Henry Prescott Sr. and Ruby Meadows.

In 1965, Wesley met Lucille Buxton and moved to Miami, Florida where he held down multiple jobs, then later settling with a career in construction and became a foreman with Valiant Construction company. Wesley then went on to have 4 daughters, Weslynn, Vicky, Dawn;Lucinda Taylor.

In 2006, Wesley retired and spent his time as a deacon at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church. Wesley loved spending time with his family and Friends, and he loved totravel.

Wesley was predeceased by Golden Taylor Jr. Brother, Henry Prescott Brother; Minnie (Tina) Taylor sister, and Kayla Sharry granddaughter. He is survived by his partner Lucille and 4 daughters, along with 2 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Wesley Taylor also leaves beyond Shirley Slater sister, Betty Taylor sister, Lindsey Prescott brother, along with several nieces and nephews.